Homestyle Biscuits and Sausage Gravy

Ingredients

• For the biscuits: For the biscuits:
• 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 3/4 cup (180ml) milk 3/4 cup (180ml) milk
• For the sausage gravy: For the sausage gravy:
• 1 pound (450g) breakfast sausage 1 pound (450g) breakfast sausage
• 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
• 3 cups (710ml) milk 3 cups (710ml) milk
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 550 kcal / 2300 KJ
• Fat: 35g (Saturated Fat: 15g)
• Carbohydrates: 42g (Sugars: 6g)
• Protein: 17g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. 2.
   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt for the biscuits.
3. 3.
   Add the cold cubed butter to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. 4.
   Pour in the milk and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. 5.
   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together.
6. 6.
   Roll out the dough to a 1-inch thickness and cut out biscuits using a round biscuit cutter.
7. 7.
   Place the biscuits on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
8. 8.
9. 9.
   While the biscuits are baking, cook the breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it up into crumbles with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through.
10. 10.
    Sprinkle the flour over the cooked sausage and stir well to coat.
11. 11.
    Slowly pour in the milk, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a simmer.
12. 12.
    Reduce the heat to low and let the gravy simmer for a few minutes until it reaches the desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Biscuits — Handle the dough gently and avoid overmixing to ensure tender and flaky biscuits.
• Sausage — Use high-quality breakfast sausage for the best flavor. Adjust the spiciness by choosing mild or hot sausage according to your preference.
• Milk — Whole milk is recommended for a rich and creamy gravy.

Tips & Tricks

• For extra flavor, add a pinch of dried sage or thyme to the sausage gravy.
• If you prefer a thinner gravy, add more milk gradually until you reach the desired consistency.
• Serve the biscuits warm for the best taste and texture.
• Leftover biscuits and gravy can be stored separately in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the biscuits in the oven and the gravy on the stovetop before serving.

Serving advice

Serve the Homestyle Biscuits and Sausage Gravy hot, with the biscuits split in half and generously topped with the sausage gravy. Garnish with freshly ground black pepper and chopped parsley for a pop of color.

Presentation advice

Arrange the biscuits on a platter with the sausage gravy served in a separate bowl or gravy boat. This allows guests to customize their servings and keeps the biscuits from becoming soggy.